well, while you're waiting for him... try here

They have tutors across the UK. I've been to three different RGT tutors over the years, and found them all very good. Getting a tutor is a good idea in my opinion, as it will stop you developing bad habits that are hard to shift later, but obviously it costs. An hour lesson would be between £15 & £20.

Depending on where you live, I give lessons too... ;)

Learning yourself is completely OK though - not being down on it...